Sequel to 2020’s Milo’s Quest (and not to be confused with Fluffy Milo), Milo’s Dream is a wholesome top-down Zelda-lite that can be completed in two hours. Playing as a pupper, it is your job to journey through one interconnected map composed of four biomes. Starting only with a dash attack, Milo will eventually gain […]

Jelly & Toast is a single screened puzzle platformer published by Ratalaika Games. Like most games in their extensive library, this five-dollar digital download is composed of simple visuals and gameplay built around one refined mechanic. Unlike the asymmetrical platforming of Square Brothers in comparison, the two playable heroes have the same movesets, but this […]

Published by Ratalaika Games and developed by FobTi Interactive, Big Trouble in Little Chimney is a short burst Santa/Christmas theme survivors action title. While it doesn’t have much replay value, this five-dollar digital download offers simple fun while it lasts. Playing as Santa, it is your job to survive against a ten-minute onslaught of goofy […]

Originally released on Sega Genesis, Dino Land is a forgotten pinball game re-released by the dedicated team at Ratalaika Games and Shinyuden. For those not aware, Ratalaika has been re-releasing many 16-bit games recently including the Aero games, Scurge Hive, Final Zone, the Cyber Citizen Shockman titles, Rider’s Spirit, Moto Roader, and many more. On […]

Speed Factor is a retro-style racing game published by Ratalaika Games. There isn’t a whole lot of depth, but it wouldn’t be fair to complain considering the meager $5 asking price. The gimmick of this modern retro digital download comes from the cool visual style. In combination of the fast sense of speed and 2D […]

Published by Ratalaika Games, Red Pippy is an endearing little 8-bit platformer about a bird learning to fly. This one-hour, casual romp doesn’t have much replay value but the low-cost, low stress, and each Achievements justifies the asking price. As I cleared the last stage and watched the brief ending sequence, the word “pleasant” kept […]

Square Brothers is an environmental puzzle platformer published by Ratalaika Games for $5. With no timer, score, unlockables, leaderboards, or way to die, this puzzle game is simple and reminds me a bit of Lost Vikings. You control two pickle looking characters. One is tall, skinny, and can jump higher but cannot fit into tight […]

Developed by a small indie team and published by Ratalaika Games, Beaked Buccaneer is a 1-hour Metroid-like romp that gets right to the point, doesn’t have any fat, and maintains uncomplicated gameplay throughout. It isn’t fancy but it doesn’t need to be. In fact, this simple and straightforward adventure is refreshing in 2025. Playing as […]